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]]> As global education undergoes its most dramatic reset in more than a decade, Nigerians who are among the most mobile learner populations, are re-thinking their study-abroad aspirations. Economic pressures, tightening immigration rules, and a growing insistence on value for money are reshaping traditional destinations and driving interest in more affordable and stable alternatives. A […]

]]> In a landmark moment for Africa’s technology ecosystem, MYai Robotics has unveiled Curation AI™, the world’s first real-time content-authentication and opinion-intelligence engine, a breakthrough built by an engineering team that is 80 percent Nigerian. The launch positions Nigeria at the forefront of global efforts to combat misinformation, deepfakes and synthetic media, as digital falsehoods […]

]]> Investment in Victoria Island Embedded Power Plant to enhance grid reliability, cut carbon emissions, and lower energy costs for businesses. The Coronation Infrastructure Fund (CIF), managed by Coronation Asset Management Limited, has announced a significant investment disbursement to the Victoria Island Embedded Power Plant (VIPL). Developed by Elektron Energy, the 30 MW natural gas-fired […]

]]> President Bola Tinubu has accepted the resignation of Badaru Abubakar, Nigeria’s Defence Minister, who resigned his appointment, with immediate effect. Bayo Onanuga, Presidential Spokesman, said in a statement on Monday that Abubakar’s resignation letter, dated December 1, was sent to President Tinubu. He said the minister cited health reasons for his decision. According to […]

]]> The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has unveiled plans to produce 30 million rounds of ammunition annually and move toward self-sufficiency in gunpowder production. The announcement was made by Babatunde Alaya, DICON’s Director-General, during a press briefing ahead of the 2026 Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX), scheduled to hold from 26–29 October in […]

]]> Dangote Petroleum Refinery will begin supplying 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) per day to the Nigerian market from December 1, as part of a broader plan to deliver 1.5 billion litres monthly through the festive period and into early 2026. The pledge, announced over the weekend by Aliko Dangote, president and […]

]]> Nigeria has launched a national Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) to unlock private-sector financing for nature conservation and close the funding gap threatening ecosystems and livelihoods across the country. The plan, unveiled at the weekend in Abuja, is part of the global Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN), supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to […]

]]> The differences in party affiliations have continued to negatively impact the efforts to improve on the security in South East. The governors are more attached to the policies of their individual parties and their programmes than to the commitment of improving the zone for the good of all. The Ebubeagu, which was formed in […]

Sylvanus Eferebo, national chairman of NIMENA talking to newsmen in PH at the 2025 conference ]]> Marine engineers and naval architects are leading a push for a national vision and pathway for the blue economy or the maritime industry. This is because they believe that Nigeria has the chance to lead African maritime industry, going […]

]]> The Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN) has unveiled plans to champion the future of creativity and strategic brand communication, AI, digital evolution, and emerging creative tools at the 2025 Lagos Advertising and Ideas Festival (LAIF) Creative Conference. According to the organisers, the conference will bring together industry leaders from Nigeria, Africa, and […]